Cats of Montenegro
The story of Cats of Montenegro starts a long time ago in the town of Kotor.
Nestled along the Adriatic Sea, the beautiful town of Kotor has a captivating Old Town and a mesmerizing canal that encircles its historic heart.
However, the canal, while adding to the charm of the town, faced a unique challenge in the form of a rat problem. The residents of Kotor’s Old Town found a solution that seemed almost purr-fect – they recruited cats for help! These furry guardians of the town were not only adored for their charm but also valued for their natural hunting instincts.
Little did the residents know that their feline friends would go on to protect them from an even greater threat – the devastating plague that swept across Europe.
During this dark time, Kotor was not spared from the plague’s reach, as it claimed numerous lives in neighboring towns. However, it seemed that the cats of Kotor possessed a special guardian spirit. Their keen senses and hunting skills allowed them to detect and eliminate disease-carrying rats, thus preventing the spread of the plague within the town’s walls.
The people of Kotor came to believe that their feline companions held a unique power to safeguard them from harm. They idolized the cats as protectors and nurtured a deep bond with them. The cats, in turn, stood as resilient defenders, guarding the town’s inhabitants from the plague’s reach.
The exceptional courage and loyalty exhibited by these extraordinary feline companions has extended beyond Kotor’s ancient walls, becoming an integral part of Montenegro’s shared admiration.
Today the threat of rats may be long gone, but the love and compassion towards our feline friends continues to thrive.
Throughout Montenegro, the appreciation for cats has become a part of our cultural fabric. Walking through the charming streets, you’ll find locals going out of their way to care for these beautiful creatures. From providing food and water to creating cozy shelters, our community’s dedication to the well-being of cats is truly heartwarming.
It’s a testament to the kindness and compassion that defines our country, where the love for cats has become a harmonious melody that resonates in the hearts of all who call Montenegro home.
